Punching Punching Keys

by Everlasting   Jun 16, 2014


I have missed writing... punching, punching keys
in the keyboard as if I was punching a punching bag.
I hit and punch until I sweat the stress off my shoulders
And I type and type until my head spins
Into a gym where there are machines to exercise.
I first start walking then I jog then I run with my words
As if the air conditioner was some type of breeze
refreshing my skin into believing that I'm at the park,
Enjoying the squirrels climb oaks then walk in circles
As if I never saw them grab an acorn from the oak tree
To then see them hide it in the grass where they would probably never find it. And more pines will grow out of their forgetfulness, and in the future, there will be more shades in the park and more breezes to remind me of why I'm writing ... punching and punching keys, sweating the stress off my shoulders instead of going out for a run?

June 16, 12:36 pm

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  • 9 years ago

    by Jad

    This was a very creative and interesting poem. I was thrown though many different scenes in your poem, all leading to back to the punching of keys. I liked the many comparisons you used in this poem. You had a lot of nice imagery and a couple of good metaphors in this poem. I especially enjoyed the part about the squirrels losing their acorn in the tall grass only to have this loss turn into a blessing down the road.

    There is also a humorous side to this poem that I enjoyed as well. I liked the ending line where you use the mashing of buttons, which is another way of saying "writing poetry", as an excuse for staying inside and not getting exercise. Or perhaps you find it more beneficial and a better stress reducer.

    Altogether, this was a unique poem from start to finish. I enjoyed this piece very much and can't wait to read some more from you. Great job and keep writing!

  • 9 years ago

    by Poet on the Piano

    Oh I like the comparison of punching keys to punching a punching bag.... like using your emotions up, aggression or ridding yourself of any frustrations. I love how vividly you describe the process of writing, because I can all to easily imagine how emotional a write can be yet how is the writer when writing? Are they silent or in tears or trembling?

    Neat transition to the park scene and showing the depth of those hidden acorns, turning into something more, that something can bloom out of a forgetful act. It's also funny how you mention at the end you will write instead of going out for a run, like this is your form of exercise and it's healthy in that way, a good form of much needed release.

    Very creative!

  • 9 years ago

    by Meena Krish

    Writing in a way is an exercise for the heart and mind. I do the exact thing punching the keys all the time! I really liked how you have penned your thoughts of writing and workout together...good one!